Assisted Reproduction
In-Vitro Fertilization and Artificial Insemination.

In Instituto Médico de la Mujer, we understand the importance of giving advanced and personalized fertility treatments.
Our procedures of In-Vitro fertilization and Artificial Insemination are performed by a specialized team, committed to be with the patients in each part of the process, giving them comprehensive attention and the best possible care to increase the possibilities for success.
Explore every method in order to know which one could adapt more to your
needs and expectations.
In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
This is a procedure in which the ovums are extracted from the ovaries and fertilized with sperm in the laboratory. This process allows the specialist to select the more viable embryos and then transfer them to the patient’s uterus, maximizing the success possibilities. The In-Vitro Fertilization is recommended in Fallopian tubes obstruction cases, patients with severe endometriosis, low quality semen or a previous history with failed artificial insemination treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
• When is this procedure recommended?
It is recommended in cases like:
Obstructed or damaged Fallopian tubes.
Severe endometriosis.
Severe problems with the quality of the semen.
Repeated failed artificial insemination treatments.
Inexplicable fertility problems after several conception tries.
• Success Rates
The success rates may vary depending one the woman’s age and other factors, but generally in women younger than 35 years there is a success rate of 40% to 50%. As the patients get older, these rates may decrease.
• Do I need any special care after an IVF?
After this procedure, it’s really important to follow the doctor’s recommendations, which may include to rest, avoiding intense physical activity, and follow-up visits to monitor the pregnancy progress.
Artificial Insemination
This procedure is a little less invasive one that consists in introducing sperms directly in the woman’s uterus during their ovulation period. This technique is ideal for couples with mild fertility problems, like low sperm mobility or problems related with the cervical mucus. Artificial Insemination can be performed with sperms from the patient’s partner or with donor sperm, this will vary with each case.
Frequently Asked Questions
• What do I need to have an artificial insemination?
Various factors must be considered, such as:
– A regular menstrual cycle.
– Good general health in men and women.
– Semen quality assessment.
– Check if there are any infections or previous medical conditions that could interfere with the process.
• Success Rates
Artificial insemination’s success rates are usually lower than IVF’s success rates. They go from 10% to 20% per cycle, depending of the cause of infertility and other factors such as the quality of the semen and the woman’s age.
• What special care should I have after an artificial insemination?
After this procedure, it is important to follow the doctor’s recommendations, that may include rest, and follow-up consultations to monitor the pregnancy progress.